The Night Awake Counselor (assistant) will be responsible for the safe management of the youth throughout the overnight. Staff are to stay awake and alert throughout the overnight at all times – no sleeping. Experience with 3rd shift work is helpful.

Incentives:

• $2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (see below)
• Start at $15.00/hour move to $18.00/hour after successful completion of 3 months.

Essential Functions:

· Provide supervision of youth in the dormitory during the 11 PM - 7 AM shift.

· Communicate issues/concerns.

· Contact appropriate Supervisor/Coordinator/Nurse during emergencies/crisis.

· Follow all policies and procedures in regard to working with youth, i.e. reports, physical restraints, behavioral management techniques, etc.

· Attend any youth care meetings as requested.

· Attend all trainings as needed.

· Follow all established emergency procedures as documented in policy and procedure.

· Record data.

· Be prepared to help a youth through a difficult night. Help/comfort a youth who is awake or upset and experiencing a difficult time.

· Complete all necessary routine paperwork as required.

Benefits:

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.

· $2,000.00 Sign-on bonus- Paid at select intervals throughout the youth care worker’s first year of employment.

· Tufts Health Insurance. HHS pays 75% of the cost for full-time employees.

· Delta Dental Insurance.

· Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee.

· Tuition reimbursement for relevant course work available after 6-months of employment.

· Generous time off. Earn the equivalent of up to 18 days.

· Plus 11 paid holidays per year.

· 403 (b) Retirement Savings plan.

· Voluntary benefits including; Aflac Insurance, ID Shield, and Additional Life Insurance.

· Employee Discount program through TicketsatWork©.

· Employee Referral Program. Earn $350 for referring a hired Youth Care Employee.

Qualifications:

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, demonstrating competency and understanding of all programs and policies for the safe care and management of our youth including crisis intervention and emergency procedures.

· Must be able to interact well with others in a team environment, understanding and following rules and directions from supervisor.

· Experience in mental health field and/or experience with youth with substance abuse desired.

· Must be able to accept constructive criticism and to contribute to a positive work environment.

· Must be able to work under stress and work without causing danger or disruption to others.

· Must be able to maintain satisfactory attendance and be punctual.

· Must be able to pass our physical intervention –Safety Care training.

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

· All candidates must clear Rhode Island state as well as federal background checks.

· Must have a valid, non-suspended, non-expired driver license and good driving record.

· All training is available on site.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person